Transition Brixton Urban Garden
Date started:
1 April 2008
Number of People Involved:
25
Geographic region :
London
Geographic region :
England
Geographic region :
United Kingdom Last updated: Friday, 19 February 2010
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Project Aim
Raise awareness about climate change etc and to educate residents to new (or old) ways of moving forward. Urban Agriculture being key. Also, I wanted the residents to feel a sense of permission and possibility.
Further details
As part of an artist residency for The South London Gallery working with neighbouring Sceaux Gardens Estate I set up a Development Think Tank (Fun) Club. We established 8 groups, one of which was Food + Growing, and created an allotment garden on the estate.
Outcomes so far
The residents of the estate have responded really well; The kids are particularly eager.
Unexpected outcomes
Interest in gardening
Obstacles, and how we overcame them
None
Lessons Learned
Creativity is key
Residents must feel ownership of the project
Links and Partnerships
Groundwork may assist in maintaining allotment
Sources of Funding
Residency funded by Big Lottery via South London Gallery
Contacts
Primary point of contact:
Ed Mitchell
Themes:
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